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Comparing TMS Software: A Solution Guide for Shippers

With global commerce at an all-time high, the complexity faced by shippers has increased exponentially. Stricter regulations, geopolitical instability, new competitors, and changing consumer habits are the new normal, and these trends show no signs of abating. As a result, many shipping companies are looking for ways to streamline and simplify supply chain operations and...

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Connect 2024: Moving as One in Orlando

E2open's Connect 2024, our largest annual customer event, has just wrapped up in Orlando, Florida. The three-and-a-half-day conference was packed with networking, learning, and innovation, bringing together industry leaders, clients, and partners to explore the future of supply chain management. Day 1: Teeing Off and Warming Up The event kicked off on Monday, September 30th,...

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“Why Are the Shelves Empty, Dad?”: How Hurricanes Impact the Supply Chain

Hurricanes and the Supply Chain The other day at the grocery store, my 10-year-old son asked me a simple question, “Dad, why are the shelves empty?” He’d noticed some of his favorite snacks missing, and it struck him as strange. Little did he know, the answer was anything but simple. I explained that hurricanes were...

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Employee Spotlight: Heidi Roop

Employee Spotlight E2open is powered by a strong global network of problem solvers and innovators driven by strong values and our company culture. Together, we are focused on doing what’s right in business and our communities. Every month, we will shine a spotlight on an exceptional team member who is helping us transform the supply...

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The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism: Reshaping Global Trade for a Greener Future

As the urgency to combat climate change intensifies, the European Union is taking bold steps to create a more sustainable future. One of the most significant initiatives for this is a broader commitment by the EU to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 known as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, or CBAM, which will have far-reaching...

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The Port Strike: 5 Ways to Help Manage Large-Scale Disruptions

Update: As of October 4, 2024, the ILA and USMX have, for now, come to an agreement, it doesn't mean that supply chain leaders should stop preparing for other future disruptions such as this. Thousands of dockworkers along the East and Gulf coasts began a historic strike just after midnight on October 1, 2024. This...

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E2open Releases 2024 Forecasting and Inventory Benchmark Study: Lessons from the Pandemic for Future Resilience

The latest study highlights opportunities for businesses to strengthen resilience with artificial intelligence (AI)-driven demand sensing to optimize inventory, realize more value from planning investments, and better serve clients during disruptions of any size. Orlando, FL – October 2, 2024 – E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ETWO), the connected supply chain SaaS platform with the...

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4 Ways the Recent Fed Rate Cut Will Boost Your Supply Chain

The Federal Reserve adjusts interest rates to manage the U.S. economy. When the Fed raises rates, it aims to cool down an overheating economy, curb excessive inflation, and prevent unsustainable bubbles from forming. Conversely, when the Fed cuts rates, it essentially makes borrowing cheaper, encouraging businesses and consumers to spend and invest more. This increased...

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Guest Blog: The Most Common Ways Freight Gets Stolen and How to Prevent It from Happening to You

By: Molly Mangan, Senior Vice President of Sales, Echo Logistics With so many high-value products shipped around the United States every day, it’s no surprise criminals target freight. Despite the logistics industry’s efforts to improve security, thieves still manage to steal everything from food, electronics, household goods, and valuable metals (such as copper.) What’s more,...

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Five Supply Chain Trends Shaping the Future of Sourcing, Trade, and Logistics, Pt.2

Like a Formula 1 race car, supply chain trends move at breakneck speed. Every week, it seems like there are new regulations, geopolitical crises, climate events, or sanctions zooming by that keep you on the edge of your seat. If you blink, you’ll miss it and be left in the dust. Which is why it...

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Navigating the Golden Quarter: Transportation and Logistics Challenges in Retail’s Peak Season

The term “Golden Quarter” refers to the final three months of the year, between October and December, and is a critical period for retailers due to the major back-to-back shopping events like Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the holiday season. This peak buying season typically sees a surge in consumer spending, making it vital for...

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Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) – UK’s Improved Safety and Security Controls

Background: The UK’s post-Brexit border strategy Following the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union in 2021, the UK government needed to establish its own border control system – a task critical to maintaining national security and smooth trade operations. In response to this new challenge, the UK Government published the Border Target Operating Model...

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How Connected Transportation Management Software Drives the Retail Industry

For retailers and producers of consumer packaged goods (CPG), transportation management software is the lifeblood of their business. It's how they navigate the complex, step-by-step process of moving their products from the manufacturing phase into the hands of their end customers. Like everything else in the supply chain world, logistics have become much more complex...

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Get Ready for Switzerland’s New Digital Goods Traffic System – Passar

Switzerland’s custom landscape is undergoing a digital revolution. Whether you’re a transportation provider, seasoned exporter, frequent importer, or anywhere in between, Passar will reshape your interactions with Swiss customs. Starting in June 2023, the transition will gradually replace existing freight applications NCTS and e-dec through the end of 2026. This blog post is your roadmap...

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Reducing Supply Risk Through Supply Chain Mapping and Traceability

It seems like the origins of almost every commodity are under the microscope these days. Whether it's cotton, coffee, or even wood, brand owners must prove their materials were acquired through fair and sustainable pathways, putting the burden of proof on the highest levels of the supply chain. Ensuring compliance and maintaining a high level...

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